Aloha Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Aloha Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 39 N,122 11 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.650000
  • Longitude: 122.183333
Water Depth 4254 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name ALOHA
Type ferry
Flag PH
Tonnage 494
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo personnel,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 2, 1974
Original Detection Year 1974
Last Detection Year 1975
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Oct 28, 2000

Surveying Details

4.6.74 VESSEL SANK OFF ZAMBOANGA, POSN UNKNOWN. (LLOYDS VOL.216) NCA. 8.6.74 VESSEL REPORTED SANK 70M W OF DIPOLOG [POSN NOT STATED]. (LLOYDS VOL.216) NCA. 15.10.75 VESSEL REPORTED CAUGHT FIRE AND SANK IN 083900N, 1221100E APPROX. (LLOYDS VOL.222) NCA, PLOTS IN 2326FMS, FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL CAUGHT FIRE IN CARGO HOLD DUE TO FAULTY ELECTRICAL WIRING AND SANK OFF ZAMBOANGA, SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY COTABATO SHIPPING CORP. AT LEAST 33 LIVES LOST. (LLOYDS VOL.216 & MSD).

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FAQ

Where is the ALOHA wreck located?

The ALOHA wreck is located at coordinates 8 39 N,122 11 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALOHA?

The seabed around the ALOHA lies at approximately 4254 meters deep.

When did the ALOHA sink?

The ALOHA sank on Jun 2, 1974.

When was the wreck of the ALOHA discovered?

The wreck of the ALOHA was discovered in 1974.

What country did the ALOHA belong to?

The ALOHA belonged to PH.

What cargo was the ALOHA carrying?

The ALOHA was carrying personnel,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ALOHA?

The ALOHA had a tonnage of 494 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALOHA?

The ALOHA is classified as a ferry.

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